Foglit

Foglit is a term used in photography, cinematography, and literary criticism to describe scenes in which fog or mist is illuminated by light sources, making the suspended droplets visible and the environment appear layered. The term combines fog with lit to indicate illumination and is used descriptively rather than as a standardized technical definition.

In visual media, foglit effects are created by positioning lights at low angles or behind fog banks, using backlighting, and sometimes employing diffusers or color gels to control color temperature. The effect enhances depth, texture, and atmosphere, helping to separate foreground from background and to emphasize beams of light through the mist.

In literature and film criticism, foglit describes settings where fog acts as a thematic or symbolic element—signifying mystery, transition, or uncertainty—and is often associated with mood over precise visibility.

Related terms include fog-lit lighting, mist-lit, and atmospheric lighting. Practical considerations for real-world use focus on safety and environmental conditions, as fog density and humidity influence how light interacts with droplets.

In fictional contexts, Foglit may appear as a brand name for lighting devices or as a concept within worldbuilding, distinct from the descriptive term. The usage is varied and context-dependent, with no single standard definition beyond the core idea of illuminated fog.